1980 Rickenbacker 360/12 WB OS 12-String Montezuma Brown w/ Case

Up for sale, a 1980 Rickenbacker 360/12 WB OS in excellent condition and in perfect working order, complete with the original hardshell case. This 360/12 boasts a gloss custom color Montezuma Brown finish framed on both sides by cream binding, hence the “WB” (with binding) model designation. This example also features the “OS” (Old Style) 360 body shape with pointed cutaways, and this visually distinct instrument was essentially the precursor to the V64 reissue.

The semi-hollow maple body has the X-braced construction briefly offered by Rickenbacker, delivering a particularly full, authoritative natural acoustic quality with great percussive chop. Plugged in, this 360/12 WB delivers quintessential Rickenbacker sparkle and jangle. Even though these pickups are dubbed “Hi-Gain” by Rickenbacker, their modest single coil output allows for clear trebles that accentuate the chime of the 12-string design. This 360/12 WB weighs 8lbs 12oz, professionally setup here at Mike & Mike’s Guitar Bar with fresh strings, easy-playing action, and accurate intonation.

Neck Specs:

-Wood: Maple, Walnut
-Shape: Round C, measuring .940” 1st fret, .975” 12th fret
-Fretboard: Rosewood, triangular inlay, gloss-finished
-Frets: Slender, no wear
-Scale Length: 24 3/4”
-Nut: 1 5/8”
-Tuners: Kluson Deluxe double-line

Body Specs:

-Wood: Maple, X-braced
-Pickups: Hi-Gain single coil x2
-Harness: Untouched solder, CTS pots date to the 26th week of 1979
-Controls: Volume x2, Tone x2, Blend, Three-way pickup selector
-Hardware: Six-saddle bridge, “R” tailpiece (chrome-plated)
-Plastics: Two-tiered pickguard, reflector knobs (one replaced knob cap)
-Serialization: TG-prefix serial on “Rick-o-Sound” jack plate translates to a July, 1980 build date

The gloss Montezuma Brown custom color finish is a rare option, with a small amount of finish loss between the tailpiece hinge and back binding. Cosmetic wear is otherwise limited to a few small finish chips on the headlock and a few faint finish scratches and minor marks on the body.

The original black tolex hardshell case is included.